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          Can Anthony Davis and the Pelicans build off one of their most successful seasons in a decade? Andrew D. Bernstein/Getty Images
          • Jordan SchultzSep 27, 2018, 08:00 AM ET
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            • ESPN insider/analyst and correspondent for the "The Board Room"
            • Co-host of the new hoops podcast, "Pull Up," with CJ McCollum
            • Former college 2-guard
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          The 2018-19 NBA season is upon us, which means the time has come to look into our crystal balls and find the 10 best future bets the league has to offer.